1 year contract for auto paint for HUMVEES

The State of Maine, Division of Purchases, is soliciting bids on a one-year contract to supply auto paint for HUMVEEs, with bids due December 26, 2007.

Bidders must submit unit prices for each item on prescribed forms or through the State's secure electronic response system, with prices including all trade and quantity discounts and delivery to destination. The State of Maine is exempt from Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes; bidders must exclude these taxes from quotes. All transportation charges are prepaid at the contractor's expense unless otherwise specified.

Awards will be made to the best-value responsible bidder based on quality, conformity with specifications, delivery date, and ultimate cost to the State. The Division reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities by up to 10 percent, reject any or all bids, and procure materials from alternative sources if the contractor defaults, with any excess costs charged to the contractor. Cash discounts are permitted; however, prompt-payment discounts under 20 days will not be considered in the award decision. The contractor must furnish items exactly as specified.